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Can Phenobarbital Cause Blood Clotting Issues in Dogs with Epilepsy? New Study Reveals Surprising Results
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Can Phenobarbital Cause Blood Clotting Issues in Dogs with Epilepsy? New Study Reveals Surprising Results

The study looked at three groups: dogs treated with PB for less than 6 months, dogs treated for more than 6 months, and healthy dogs as a control. The results showed that no dogs had serious clotting problems, but nearly half (47%) of the dogs with epilepsy had increased fibrinolysis (a process where the body breaks down blood clots). This suggests some dogs might have issues with clot breakdown, possibly due to liver damage caused by PB, but more research is needed to confirm this.

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